Senior Process Engineer - Injection Molding

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. Youll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Baxters products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives where your purpose accelerates our mission.

About Baxters Cleveland, MS Facility:

Clevelands technology and automation is cutting edge. It is the U.S. sole source for plastic pour bottles, glass IV, and various reconstitution devices. This facility produces several major product lines with a diverse array of automated manufacturing technologies ranging from bottle solution filling, injection molding, tubing extrusion, and device assembly.

Our Cleveland plant has been an integral part of Baxter for over 70 years. The work is challenging and rewarding, as Baxter offers competitive compensation and benefits. Baxter encourages and values every employee and believes that all can make contributions toward advancing healthcare for patients; work to be proud of.

Your role at Baxter

This is where your expertise helps people

You are a problem solver. Complex projects or unexpected challenges are just opportunities to bring your considerable abilities to use. Whether working independently or with a trusted team, you are always ready to tackle a project and work hard to find solutions.

This position is a key role in the Injection Molding Operations. Primary focus will be on implementing continuous improvement, new business, and capacity expansion projects. Additional focus will also be on manufacturing equipment reliability and process support work within the Injection Molding Operations. You will also be involved in Cross-functional project management within this role.

Your team

We are a team of inquisitive individuals who embrace a collaborative environment to take on sophisticated challenges that meet the needs of our patients. We often need to change directions and respond to issues to avoid disruptions in our fast-paced manufacturing environment. Together, we build and maintain a positive work environment.

Our Engineering Team is dedicated to quality. Delivering life-saving products is about getting them right, and our technical expertise and experience working in a manufacturing environment empower us to meet that challenge.

When you join us, you will work with a team of committed individuals who trust each other to deliver on the tasks at hand. We support innovation and out-of-the-box thinking balanced with collaboration across functions and other teams. Our leadership understands the need for continuous education and provides opportunities for further development.

What we offer from Day One

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

• 160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

• 401K match

• Employee Stock Purchase Program

• Paid Parental Leave

• Tuition Reimbursement
  
  

What you'll be doing:

• Design/modify precision assembly and/or manufacturing equipment.

• Manage multiple projects with minimal supervision.

• Prepare estimates for various tasks and projects.

• Manage capital projects both directly and through coordinating engineers.

• Drive Continuous Improvement Activities.

• Interface with plant and corporate groups as well as contractors and vendors.

• Manage start-up, debug, and commission of new manufacturing processes.

• Equipment life cycle management including: upgrades, replacement, and decommissioning

• Product life cycle management including: product design changes, material changes, Supplier Notice of Change (SNC) assessments, specification changes, etc.

• Provide technical support/troubleshooting to injection molding operations..

• Demonstrate proactive communication and problem solving.

• Responsible for supporting and achieving Value Improvement Projects (VIPs).

• Responsible for adhering to FDA Design Control standards at all times.

• Responsible for adhering to and maintaining all department Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), forms, and log books.
  

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Required (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or Computer degrees are preferred)

• 5 years or more of Engineering / Manufacturing experience. FDA manufacturing preferred.

• Plastics experience such as: plastic bottle blow molding, plastic component injection molding, liquid silicone molding is preferred.

• Knowledge of and subject matter expertise of Scientific Molding/De-coupled Molding concepts is preferred.

• Programming/troubleshooting experience with automation controls, automated assembly, control systems, PLCs, HMIs, Servos, and vision inspection systems is a plus.

• Design software experience (like AutoCAD, Solid Works, etc.) is a plus.

• Six Sigma Master Black Belt Certification or industry standard equivalent is a plus.

• Project Management skills and experience (including Microsoft Project software) are a plus.

• Lean Manufacturing skills and experience are a plus.
  

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $80,000 - $110,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

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